Teaching Assistant - Wirral Secondary School

Location: Wirral
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Salary: -90 - -100 per day (depending on experience)

Tradewind Recruitment are working with a welcoming secondary school on the Wirral who are seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils on a 1:1 basis with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and provide in classroom support.

This is a full-time position, offering a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential.

• Working 1:1 with a student with complex SEND needs.

• Supporting both academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

• Implementing behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques when required.

• Collaborating closely with teachers, SENCO, and support staff to ensure consistent support and progress.

• Providing a calm, positive, and structured environment to promote learning.

• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within a secondary school or SEND setting.

• Confident in managing challenging or complex behaviour effectively and empathetically.

• Demonstrates strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.

• Is patient, resilient, and committed to making a difference.

• Holds a valid DBS (on the update service) or is willing to apply for one through Tradewind.

• We offer competitive pay and free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources.

• You''ll have a dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.

• We''re proud to be one of the most trusted education recruitment agencies in the UK.

If you''re an experienced, confident Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in a supportive Wirral school, we''d love to hear from you.